1977 Toyota Century vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,374 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Century (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Century weights approximately 480 kg more than 2011 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Century | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Toyota | Lada |
| Model | Century | Niva |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3374 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2210 mm |
